ISCO Unit Group 4132 Data Entry Clerks
Definition
Data Entry Clerks: Data entry clerks enter coded, statistical, financial and other numerical data into electronic equipment, computerized databases, spreadsheets or other data repositories using a keyboard, mouse, or optical scanner, speech recognition software or other data entry tools. They enter data into mechanical and electronic devices to perform mathematical calculations.
Tasks include -
(a) receiving and registering invoices, forms, records and other documents for data capture;
(b) entering numerical data, codes and text from source material into computer-compatible storage and processing devices;
(c) verifying accuracy and completeness of data and correcting entered data, if needed;
(d) operating bookkeeping and calculating machines;
(e) importing and exporting data between different database systems and software.
Examples of the occupations classified here:
- Data entry operator
- Data input clerk
- Payment entry clerk
Occupations
| Occupation | Title |
|---|---|
| C4132.1 | ISCO Occupation Group 4132.1 Data Entry Clerk |
